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Lessons from Ning and free Web 2.0 services - eLearning R&D engines

Vignettes Learning

Unfortunately, Ning has decided to close down its free service and requires account holders to move to paid subscription. Ning's decision shows the volatility of funding web 2.0 Use them carefully for specific activities. There has been abundance in Web 2.0 tools including social networking for example Ning.com.

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TCC09: Evaluating Social Networking Tools for Distance Learning

Experiencing eLearning

An example of using a social networking tool, Ning, in an online class is reported.&#. Used social networking terms in intro and activities–intro = profile, friends = names on whiteboard, leave notes on her “wall&# (whiteboard) about what we want to know. Students use tools for casual activities, not learning.

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The Connected Educator: Building a Professional Learning Network

Allison Rossett

In addition to the popular social media tools ( Facebook , Edmodo , Twitter ), there are also interest-based groups, including Ning and Google/Yahoo! Edmodo and Ning are gaining popularity with educators. Ning is a fully functional social networking site. Edmodo has over 6.5 million members (students and teachers). Classroom 2.0

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The Connected Educator: Building a Professional Learning Network

Allison Rossett

In addition to the popular social media tools ( Facebook , Edmodo , Twitter ), there are also interest-based groups, including Ning and Google/Yahoo! Edmodo and Ning are gaining popularity with educators. Ning is a fully functional social networking site. Edmodo has over 6.5 million members (students and teachers). Classroom 2.0

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Finding the perfect learning platform in 5 steps

Joitske Hulsebosch eLearning

With the enormous amount of social media tools it is much easier for a trainer/facilitator to make his/her own choice of tools fitting the learning activities rather than trying to fit your learning activities into a predetermined platform. Make a Shortlist of possible platform There are many different platforms. Can you use videos?

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1st update on 10 Tools Challenge 2013

Jane Hart

22- Edmodo 85- Buddypress 63- Ning. I’m also running some Activity Weeks on getting started with some of these tools – for those who’d like a little more help – and Blogging Week will run next week, 21-25 January. Find out more how to access the 100 Tools Knowledge Base and Activity weeks HERE.

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4 Ways to Apply the Situated Learning Theory

Origin Learning

Real learning happens only when it is contextual – meaning, when students can directly apply it in authentic activities, contexts and cultures. Situated learning environments place students in learning situations where they are actively immersed in an activity while using problem-solving (critical thinking) skills. Role Playing.